Were you or a family member injured in an Aventura, FL, bus accident? If so, you could be entitled to compensation for all of your losses. To learn more about your rights, contact a personal injury lawyer at Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers.
For almost two decades, our firm has represented Florida accident victims. We handle all types of personal injury cases, including car accidents, truck accidents, and bus accidents. Contact us today at (305) 937-0191 to schedule a free case evaluation with an Aventura bus accident lawyer.
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How Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help After an Aventura Bus Accident
Bus accidents are scary and traumatic. They often result in serious injuries that can be life-changing. Given the severity of bus accidents, victims are often left with substantial financial hardships.
If you’ve been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you’re likely entitled to compensation for all of your losses. Victims need an experienced team to work with them to ensure they get the compensation they deserve.
At Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers, our team has over 100 years of combined experience. We’ve recovered hundreds of millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts for our clients. Our team has been named to the American Trial Lawyers Association’s Top 100 Lawyers and Avvo Top Attorneys.
When you hire our team, we’ll:
- Investigate your accident to determine all parties responsible for your injuries
- Gather evidence to support your case
- Review documentation and work with expert witnesses to calculate the value of your case
- File a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance company
- Negotiate to ensure you get a fair settlement offer
- If necessary, file a lawsuit and represent you in court
- Handle all administrative tasks
- Comply with all deadlines
- Keep you updated on the status of your case
If you or a loved one were injured in an Aventura bus accident, contact our team to schedule a free consultation with one of our Aventura personal injury attorneys.
How Common Are Bus Accidents in Aventura?
Aventura, FL, benefits from its strategic location and access to multiple bus systems. The city offers the Aventura Express, a free shuttle service, while Miami-Dade Transit operates Metrobuses, and Broward County Transit provides additional bus routes. As a result, the roads in Aventura see a high volume of transit buses, ensuring convenient transportation options for residents and visitors alike.
Data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports that in 2021, 204 buses were involved in fatal crashes in the United States. The most common types of buses in serious accidents are school buses, transit buses, and intercity buses. In 2021, 80 school buses were involved in fatal accidents, 78 transit buses were involved in fatal crashes, and 17 intercity buses were in fatal accidents.
Data from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles reports that in 2022 in Florida, there were two fatalities from bus accidents, 31 incapacitating injuries, and an additional 1,211 injuries.
Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers handle all types of bus accident cases, including:
- Aventura Express buses
- Miami-Date Transit Metrobuses
- Broward County Transit buses
- School buses
- Greyhound buses
- Charter buses
- Shuttle buses
Contact us today if you were injured in a Florida bus accident.
How Much Is My Aventura Bus Accident Case Worth?
Bus accident cases are a type of personal injury claim. Every personal injury claim is unique, and the value of each case varies based on the facts of the case. Factors that have the biggest impact on the value of a case are:
- The type of severity of your injuries
- The amount of your medical bills
- Your lost income and lost earning capacity
- The impact your injuries have on your quality of life
- The amount of pain and suffering you experienced
- Whether or not you’ll make a full recovery
- The limits of applicable insurance policies
- Whether or not you were partly at fault for the accident
To discuss the value of your case, schedule a case evaluation with Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers. We’ll analyze your case and review the documentation to estimate its value.
If you hire us, we’ll do a thorough investigation, gather necessary evidence, and consult with experts to determine the value of your case. We’ll fight hard to ensure the insurance company makes a fair offer. If you don’t get a reasonable settlement offer, we’ll file a lawsuit and take the responsible parties to court.
What Damages Are Available to Aventura Bus Accident Victims?
After a bus accident, victims can seek compensatory damages for all of their losses. Compensatory damages are used to make victims whole after an accident. The goal is to put victims in the same position they were in before the accident.
To accomplish this goal, courts award two types of compensatory damages: economic and non-economic.
Economic damages compensate victims for tangible losses after an accident. These losses are easy to document and quantify. Examples of economic damages are:
- Medical bills and medical expenses
- Future medical expenses
- Physical therapy and occupational therapy
- Lost wages and employee benefits
- Decreased earning capacity
- Nursing care and home services
- Property damage
- Out-of-pocket expenses
Non-economic damages compensate victims for personal losses after an accident. These damages are more abstract and can be difficult to calculate. Examples of non-economic damages are:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress and mental anguish
- Decreased quality of life
- Anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder
- Disfigurement and scarring
- Loss of consortium
Unfortunately, sometimes, bus accidents are fatal. If you lost a loved one in a bus accident, you can bring a wrongful death claim on their behalf. These cases are difficult, but ensure that you’re compensated for your loved one’s medical expenses and funeral costs. In addition, they ensure the at-fault party is held responsible for their actions.
In limited cases, accident victims can also recover punitive damages. In Florida, punitive damages are only awarded when there is clear and convincing evidence of intentional misconduct or gross negligence.
An Aventura personal injury lawyer can evaluate your case and discuss the damages available. Contact us today to schedule a free case evaluation.
Can I Recover Damages if I’m Being Blamed for My Aventura Bus Accident?
It’s common for insurance companies and responsible parties to blame victims after an accident. This is a strategy to reduce or avoid liability. Our team is used to seeing this strategy and knows how to handle it. We’ll defend you against claims that you were responsible for your accident and protect your rights.
Even if you’re partly at fault for an accident, you can usually still recover. Under Florida’s modified comparative negligence laws, victims can recover if they’re not more than 50% responsible for an accident.
In personal injury cases, each victim is assigned a percentage of fault. The victim’s damages are reduced by the percentage of their fault. For example, if you’re found to be 20% at fault for your accident, your damages will be reduced by 20%, and you’ll only be entitled to recover 80% of your damages.
Keep in mind that if you’re found to be more than 50% responsible for an accident, you lose your right to recover any compensation.
Shaked Law Will Fight Hard to Recover Compensation for All of Your Bus Accident Injuries
Bus accidents frequently lead to severe or catastrophic injuries due to the sheer weight and force of these large vehicles. Some of the injuries we see the most after bus accidents are:
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Burns
- Cuts and lacerations
- Nerve damage
- Neck and back injuries
- Whiplash
- Internal organ damage
- Amputations
- Paralysis
- Wrongful death
After an accident, seek medical treatment as soon as possible. This is vital for ensuring you stay safe and get the medical care you need. Prompt medical treatment can also improve your long-term prognosis.
As soon as possible after a bus accident injury, contact an Aventura personal injury lawyer to discuss your rights.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit After a Florida Bus Accident?
In Florida, accident victims generally have two years to file a personal injury lawsuit. This deadline is set by the statute of limitations, which starts to run on the date of the accident. After the statute of limitations expires, you’ll have no right to recover compensation for your losses.
Even if you think your case will settle out of court, it’s vital to file your claim within the statute of limitations. The threat of a lawsuit and going to court is key to getting a fair settlement. Without this leverage, the insurance company will not make a fair settlement offer.
Schedule a Free Consultation With an Aventura Bus Accident Lawyer
If you or a loved one have been injured in a Florida bus accident, contact Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers. Our team knows how to get results for clients and will fight hard to get the compensation you need and deserve. Call us, contact us online, or visit our Aventura personal injury office to schedule a free consultation with an Aventura bus accident lawyer.